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Epson Black Fabric Ribbon Cartridge from Germany

This is a replacement fabric ribbon cartridge for Epson dot matrix printers like the LX-350, inked with black pigment for clear impressions on paper. It falls under HTS 9612.10.90 as an inked typewriter or similar ribbon prepared for giving impressions, classified as 'other' ribbons not on spools. The fabric material absorbs and transfers ink efficiently during printing.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify ribbon is inked and prepared for impressions; provide manufacturer specs to avoid misclassification as unworked textile

• Include ink composition certificates if containing hazardous materials for EPA compliance